1997 ford escort

hey guys my brother has a 1997 ford escort with the factory oem Hu Still installed. the problem is the the Hu Is Bundled with the knobs for the ac and the heat . i was wondering can u take that off and through an aftermatket hu Directly? or do u have to go to ford for a custom Face Plate for it?? THANKS!!!

Re: 1997 ford escort

Any place that installs car audio should have the kit. I personally prefer metra's version the best. It will run you a little more money than a standard kit, but they look good, and retain the use of your rear window defroster.